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1
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Chaco War

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Between Bolivia and Paraguay over alleged oil reserves. 1932-1935. Bolivia lost. Integrated indigenous soldiers. MNR.

2
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When was the Bolivian Revolution?

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1952

3
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What were some reforms that the MNR/1952 revolution brought about?

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Universal suffrage, greater labor rights, nationalization of mines, agrarian reform

4
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When was Bolivia under military rule?

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1966-1982

5
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When did Bolivia go back to democracy?

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1982

6
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Describe the Popular Participation Law.

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Submitted by President Goni in 1994. Decentralized elections and fiscal power. Increased number of municipalities to 315. Meant to increase electoral support.

7
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When did the Gas War occurred?

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In October 2003.

8
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Describe the Gas War.

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The Goni administration repressed indigenous citizens killing 17 and wounding hundreds. They were protesting against the exportation of gas to the U.S. It ultimately gave rise to Evo Morales.

9
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What is TIPNIS? Describe the situation and its effects.

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TIPNIS is a national park that was coined “untouchable” by the government until the construction of a road was approved in August 2017. Biodiversity loss. Only benefits cocaleros.

10
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Mention a Brazilian participatory innovation.

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OTB for budget allocation. 2000.

11
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According to Dr. Tulia Falleti, what makes an institution strong?

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It’s ability to drive bottom-up enforcement; social mobilization.

12
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According to Dr. Tulia Falleti, what are the three characteristics of institutional strength?

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Legitimacy, efficacy, and enforcement.

13
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Describe the Water War.

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  1. The World Bank demanded privatization of water so there was social unrest.